2003 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | V | Altea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
